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(44 of 44)
Mar 16, 2009 6:37 PM
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Hi
I have a 19 year old who just got out of the hospital today due to DKA. she had not checked her blood sugar since Feb 11. Said she was tired of taking care of another person. As a mom, hard to watch her not taking care of herself. I did not see your episode, but I have heard alot about it. Did they send you to a treatment center and if so can I have the name of it?
Thanks
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(43 of 44)
Jan 18, 2009 12:19 AM
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Hello from the Midwest, all!
Although I generally don't watch much TV and have never left a message on an online discussion board before, the magic of meandering late-night Internet surfing has managed to introduce me to both John C.'s "Intervention" story and to this discussion thread. 
I just wanted to comment that, even though I'm a pretty detached TV viewer, John's story has really had an impact on me. In a big way. I was really impressed by the complexity of his insights and the courage he appeared to have, and I very much hope he knows how the telling of his story has helped out a total stranger.
I also wanted to say that the nature of the comments in these discussions make me smile a little. I think it's neat to see such friendliness and support.
Take care and best wishes to everyone here,
Hanna
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(42 of 44)
Jan 16, 2009 9:11 PM
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John:
I really wanted to say that your story on intervention really moved me. I have only seen a few episodes and I feel that your story was so inspiring. I wish you and your family the best and hope that you're doing well.
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(41 of 44)
Jan 15, 2009 8:12 PM
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Hi Misty I am doing ok I just keep hoping stuff will get better.
I think if I can make it thru the next few months I will be better. I am looking into changing jobs and then I need to work a lot harder at getting healthier.
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(40 of 44)
Jan 15, 2009 7:50 PM
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Hi Rain and John c, and all, You can take ACE at her word. She will be there fo you. Ace, I hope you know how much I appreciate your friendship!!! Rain. do not feel sad, We are all alone in many ways, I would rather have one true friend than a hundred superficial relationships, Are you feeling better? Tell me more about yourself, You can pm me if you want privacy. Love misty714
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(39 of 44)
Jan 15, 2009 7:37 PM
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Thank you Ace for caring. I have seen professionals but not lately. I think I should be but I feel better talking to other people who have the same issues instead of someone I do not know. I think a lot of it just has to deal with letting go of the past.
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(38 of 44)
Jan 15, 2009 6:39 PM
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@johnc: no apologies needed! you must know how hilarious it is that you thought you would never get caught by intervention!
anyways...!
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(37 of 44)
Jan 15, 2009 10:11 AM
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Rain, I am so sorry that you feel so alone. Are you
seeing a professional for depression, cause that sure
sounds like it could be some of your problem. The main
reason you have for living is you. You have alot to offer - everyone does -some times we just have to look inside ourselves to find it - and then reach outside ourselves to make it happen. I will keep you in my prayers - and if you ever feel like you need or would like to talk Please feel free to PM me. I don't
always have the answers but I'll always listen. take
care and keep the old chin up -
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Have a Blessed Day - Ace
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(36 of 44)
Jan 14, 2009 8:29 PM
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Hi Diveon,
I noticed your post and I feel the same way. Sometimes I could sleep all day and still be tired and not feel any better. I also do not have a reason for living but I just keep hoping it will get better soon. Life can get really boring and then when you have extra problems its even worse. Like being out of work. I also have many problems with freinds but I notice it helps to talk to some people on the computer. If you want to talk write back or send me your email.
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(35 of 44)
Jan 14, 2009 8:14 PM
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John,
Most episodes of Intervention make me emotional, and yours was no exception. My heart goes out to you and your family as you all try to stay healthy, and I'm glad that you got the treatment you needed. Yours wasn't a typical addiction, but it was obvious that you needed help just as much as anyone in the typical episodes.
I was especially touched by your relationship with your father and so thankful that you got that back in the end. To me, that's one of the most rewarding things that can come out of recovery. My dad recently passed away in his mid 50s from a heart attack that I know was related to his alcoholism. My family and I were like yours and everyone else's on the show, and we tried to help him but we couldn't. You're so fortunate that you had the chance to mend your relationship with your dad. People take their families and their lives in general for granted, and not everyone gets a chance with an Intervention. It means so much to me to see, though, that some do, and that some get another chance.
I hope that you continue in your efforts to be healthy and happy and. Hopefully you can put yourself out there more and keep building self confidence.. you seem like a wonderful person, both from the show and from your special efforts to personally respond to everyone on here... and it's ridiculous that someone like you wouldn't have many friends. Thank you for sharing your story, and I wish you all the best!!
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(34 of 44)
Jan 14, 2009 1:57 AM
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I pray for you and your family, John. I pray for your mother (and father) to be healthy enough see you full of joy with your wife and children. It is wierd that your story has stuck me so much and I think of your story so often. I am so grateful to read the love and support pouring out from this message board, it really has created a shift in my perspective. I hope you have a million friends on your facebook or maybe just one real friend. Thank you for sharing your story and the showing me the love that exists in the world.
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Allik86 those idiots were not friends and I hope that John has moved on to bigger and better things, but I could never watch this episode again for the overwhelming feelings I felt for John and his family.
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(33 of 44)
Jan 14, 2009 12:51 AM
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JohnC: thanks for that! Sometimes these things are hard to gauge without asking. By your standards, I never committed any hideous faux pas, so that's good! Luckily, I don't think she would have held a grudge even if I had.
You don't come up in a Facebook search for me...if your profile is private, should I give you my email so you can add me? --I want in on the fan club!!!
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(32 of 44)
Jan 14, 2009 12:23 AM
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diveon: I know your post was addressed to JohnC, but I just wanted to let you know that I can relate.
Obviously what we ultimately need is some meaningful friendships with people local to us, but like you say, it's bloody hard to "get out there" and make friends when you have to conjure up the courage to DO that out of nowhere. No thinking person has loads of confidence in an area where they've faced repeated setbacks.
BUT, I have to say I'm finding it extremely encouraging to realize that there are perfectly likable people out there who are or have been in this predicament. I think that's why the John C episode came as such a revelation to me. It was (or very soon will be) a temporary situation for him, so maybe we can allow for the possibility that it can be a temporary situation for us, too.
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(31 of 44)
Jan 13, 2009 6:36 PM
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i hope he is taking good care of himself and him and his parents are doing ok. it made my sister and i cry when we saw his episode! we want to be his friends! he seemed like a real sweetheart! =]
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(30 of 44)
Jan 13, 2009 5:16 PM
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Diveon, I am so sorry to hear you say that you are depressed and lonely. There is so much to do and so little time to do it in. John c., I hope you can shed some light for diveon. I will be your friend for now and others will join in later...Love misty714
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